The story of James Connolly is dominated by two locations: Liberty Hall and the GPO. This talk will explore the other aspects of this time in Dublin, in particular the places associated with his political and social activism. Connolly lived, for the most part, in the Liberties and south inner city.

He held political meetings and rallies across the city, campaigning on issues such as housing, health, sanitation, and education, as well as wider political issues such as the Boer War and the abolition of the monarchy.

They reveal an intricate relationship between Connolly and Dublin, a city he openly loved, one that dominated his public and private writings.

Dr Conor McCabe is a historian and writer. His most recent book is The Lost and Early Writings of James Connolly, 1889-1898, which is due for publication in winter 2024.

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